Beside Still Waters :

Beside Still Waters by Robert Sheckley is a quietly powerful science fiction novella that explores the nature of companionship, memory, and human longing in the loneliness of deep space. Set on a remote asteroid, this introspective tale weaves emotion and philosophy into a timeless meditation on connection and identity—told through the evolving bond between man and machine. A must-read for fans of classic speculative fiction and existential storytelling.